paramount

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He has also created a new consultative council, which will exercise paramount authority over civilian and military affairs.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

“Discounters are in this really tricky spot, where price is paramount, but they’re up against the likes of Walmart,” Moran said.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

And interviewing a sitting president has long conferred prestige, which might well feel paramount amid shrinking audiences and newsroom layoffs.

From Slate • Mar. 18, 2026

Still, Trivariate found that, following oil spikes, investors psychology was paramount.

From Barron's • Mar. 11, 2026

“I think the issue of race is paramount in it,” said Ewell.

From "Friday Night Lights: A Town, A Team, And A Dream" by H.G. Bissinger